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Toyota Starlet

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,332 cc

T283 JAUMOT history

T283 JAU is a silver petrol Toyota Starlet first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 157,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2025
Mileage
157,220 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T283 JAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2025
Latest MOT test
16 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T283 JAU was last recorded at 157,220 miles on 16 May 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,214 miles · 15 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,220 miles
  • 2023 – 147,259 miles
  • 2022 – 147,237 miles
  • 2021 – 144,462 miles
  • 2020 – 135,021 miles
  • 2019 – 122,117 miles
  • 2018 – 105,951 miles
  • 2017 – 89,235 miles
  • 2016 – 77,693 miles
  • 2015 – 64,904 miles
  • 2014 – 53,446 miles
  • 2013 – 49,508 miles
  • 2012 – 45,762 miles
  • 2011 – 40,897 miles
  • 2010 – 36,700 miles
  • 2009 – 32,576 miles
  • 2008 – 29,748 miles
  • 2006 – 26,360 miles
  • 2005 – 25,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,220 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump gasket slightly deteriorated (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded ,not considered excessiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCatalytic converter heatshield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Both rear wheel arches corroded, not considered to be excessive.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear; Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear; Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,220 miles (+6)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    157,220 miles
    Test number
    756826323688
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump gasket slightly deteriorated (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded ,not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter heatshield insecure
  2. Fail157,214 miles (+9,955)4 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,214 miles
    Test number
    919256686420
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both severely deteriorated (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump gasket slightly deteriorated (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded ,not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter heatshield insecure
  3. Pass147,259 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    147,259 miles
    Test number
    315765522901
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded, not considered to be excessive.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre section joint & Centre to rear section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass147,237 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    147,237 miles
    Test number
    873913261527
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded, not considered to be excessive.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre & centre to rear section joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear; Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear; Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail147,237 miles (+2,775)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,237 miles
    Test number
    995956096527
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded, not considered to be excessive.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre and centre to rear section joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear; Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear; Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass144,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    144,462 miles
    Test number
    153652243832
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Fail144,462 miles (+9,441)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,462 miles
    Test number
    462502741043
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass135,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,021 miles
    Test number
    217953108208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail135,021 miles (+12,904)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,021 miles
    Test number
    837301952710
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  10. Pass122,117 miles (+16,166)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,117 miles
    Test number
    640250132238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,951 miles (+16,716)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,951 miles
    Test number
    981969468637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    89,235 miles
    Test number
    677382446120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,235 miles (+11,542)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,235 miles
    Test number
    816503717802
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  14. Pass77,693 miles (+12,789)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,693 miles
    Test number
    394118687191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,904 miles (+11,458)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    64,904 miles
    Test number
    566008095122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,446 miles (+3,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,446 miles
    Test number
    496126794136
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass49,508 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,508 miles
    Test number
    836018493181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,762 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,762 miles
    Test number
    495685502231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,897 miles
    Test number
    918747601209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,892 miles (+4,192)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,892 miles
    Test number
    129027701238
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
  21. Pass36,700 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,700 miles
    Test number
    544511000259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,576 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,576 miles
    Test number
    350500719455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,748 miles (+3,388)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,748 miles
    Test number
    563154408202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,360 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    26,360 miles
    Test number
    813416946369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    25,955 miles
    Test number
    333563555363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T283 JAU

Does T283 JAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T283 JAU expired on 16 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T283 JAU?
The MOT on T283 JAU expired on 16 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T283 JAU done?
T283 JAU was recorded at 157,220 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2024, an average of 7,131 miles a year.
Has T283 JAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T283 JAU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T283 JAU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T283 JAU find?
T283 JAU passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2024 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 10 more.

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